Introducing Dogs

Adding a new member to the pack is an exciting experience. It should also be handled with care.  Similar to people, dogs take differently to individual dogs. They may instantly take to some and be more distant towards others. If you are adding a new dog to the family, there are steps to be taken…

Introducing Cats and Dogs

Dogs and cats can make wonderful companions for each other. A dog grooming a cat’s head or a cat snuggled against a dog can be some of the most “Aww!”-inducing sights for any pet owner. Care must be taken when introducing a dog to a cat, however; these are two different species with different ways…

Inside or Outside Cats?

If you think it’s cruel to keep your cat indoors, think again. Cats who are let outside are faced with a multitude of risks and more likely to die prematurely than those kept inside. Rather than letting your cat fend for herself on a daily basis, make her part of your family inside. As a…

Improving Cat Relationships with Clicker Training

Perhaps you have been following the recommended procedures for introducing a new cat to your resident cat, but things aren’t going well. Maybe you took one of your cats to the veterinarian and since returning the other cat has been treating him like an intruder. Or it may just be that you want to…

Improper Attention Seeking in Dogs

Dogs are social animals that enjoy our company. They are also pretty smart. Put those two facts together, and suddenly you have a dog that quickly learns how to make you heed his call. Responding to your dog’s pleas for attention isn’t always a bad thing. For instance, you should take your dog…

Improper Attention Seeking in Cats

Cats are for the most part social animals that enjoy our company. They are also pretty smart. Put those two facts together, and suddenly you have a cat that quickly learns how to make you heed his call. Responding to your cat’s pleas for attention isn’t always a bad thing. However, if your cat…

Identification

Adopting a new cat or dog is an exciting day for any family or individual. Along with the excitement comes the responsibility of caring for your new companion for the duration of his or her life. In addition to providing all of the basic supplies that your companion animal needs to live, you can…

Humane News: Summer 2024

Humane News: Summer 2024. News for the friends and supporters of Anti-Cruelty. In this Issue: "Love, Loss, and New Life: You Helped Ajax Mend His Broken Heart" and "296 Long—But Not Lonely—Days."

Humane News: Spring 2024

Humane News: Spring 2024. News for the friends and supporters of Anti-Cruelty. In this Issue: "Your Compassion in Action: See your gifts at work at a Wellness Fair" and "Under Construction: Get a sneak peek of improved living spaces!"

Humane News: July 2023

Humane News: Summer 2023. News for the friends and supporters of Anti-Cruelty. In this Issue: Growing into Love, Franklin the Fighter, Ways to Take Action.

Humane Hustle Podcast

Humane Hustle: An Anti-Cruelty Podcast  Exploring the powerful connections between humans and animals    About the Podcast:  The Humane Hustle podcast by Anti-Cruelty is an interview-style podcast that delves into the intersections between humans and animals. Through inspiring stories and expert…

Humane Heroes

Humane Heroes is a distinguished giving program that honors our most dedicated supporters—individuals who contribute $2,500 or more annually to sustain  Anti-Cruelty’s lifesaving mission.    By becoming a Humane Hero, you are making an extraordinary commitment to protecting and caring for animals…

Howliday Pet Portraits

Howliday Pet Portraits is now CLOSED. Thank you to all who donated - we surpassed our fundraising goal   Submit a picture of your pet and one of our Volunteer Artists will create a unique piece of art just for you! Donate a minimum of $30 per pet to receive a one-of-a-kind artwork while giving…

Howliday Pet Portrait Volunteer Artist Information

Pet Portrait Volunteer Artist Information Registration to receive a portrait is not yet open but we need volunteer artists to create pet portraits! Please sign up to create portraits here or use the below button.   What is Pet Portraits? Pet Portraits is a fundraising event which is hosted by…

How to Help

How to Help Every gift, every volunteer and foster, and every open heart makes a difference. Anti-Cruelty is a private, independent, 501(c)3 nonprofit organization that relies on the generosity of our donors and supporters. We appreciate any assistance in helping us care for and protect animals…

How to Be a Good Dog About Town

Sidewalk Dog’s How to Be a Good Dog About Town.  If pupper’s gonna be your big-city adventure bud, he’s gotta be safe, pawlite, and comfortable all over town, whether you’re sippin’ puppuccinos, enjoying a little re-tail therapy, or gettin’ your fetch on at the dog park. 

House-Training Your Dog

Training a puppy or an adult dog to eliminate in a specified area is really quite easy, but it does require time and patience. The process of house-training is the same whether you have a puppy or an adult dog. However, young puppies do not have the muscle control of an older dog and need to…

Hours & Locations

River North General Information by Phone Monday–Sunday: 9 a.m. to 7 p.m.  312-644-8338   River North Adoption Center 510 N. LaSalle Dr. Chicago, IL 60654 312-645-8220 Monday…

Hot Weather Safety Tips

Never leave your pet in a parked car. A parked car quickly becomes dangerously hot, even with the windows left partly opened. Outside temperatures do not need to be high for a car to become dangerously hot very quickly. This puts your pet at risk for irreversible organ damage or death. Be aware of…

Host an Online Fundraiser

Hosting a Fundraiser Whether it be to commemorate a special occasion or to encourage people to help our cause, hosting a Facebook or other online fundraiser is a fantastic way to make an immediate difference in the lives of our animals. To host an online fundraiser or to host your own event…

Host an Event

Thank you for your interest in hosting an event with Anti-Cruelty!    Compassion needs you.     If you are interested in hosting an event at your organization, company, school, or community center; or would like to commemorate a special occasion – birthday, gotcha day, anniversary – to support…

A Hoppy Easter for All

As Easter approaches, many people are tempted to bring rabbits and ducks into their households for the occasion. While bunnies and chicks are extremely cute, it is important to adopt them for the right reasons, and not just for a holiday. According to the Huffington Post, up to 80% of rabbits…

Home-to-Home Adoptions

Enrolling your pet in Home-to-Home Anti-Cruelty developed the Home-to-Home adoption service to assist people who are looking to keep their pets out of the shelter system by re-homing them privately. Through this free service, Anti-Cruelty creates a courtesy listing for these adoptable animals to…

Home for the Howlidays

Take part in our Home for the Howlidays adoption promotion from November 23 through December 30!   In the spirit of the holiday season, we are waiving ALL adoption fees for ALL animals from November 23 to December 30. That means you have even more reason this holiday season to find that perfect…

Home for the Howlidays

We love to hang out with the animals in our care but sometimes our animals need a break from shelter life. In the past year, we sent over 1,000 animals to foster homes, which was so critical for animals who need a little extra attention in a comfy home environment.